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Sierra Leonean Sprinter Ibrahim 'Fast' Koroma has told this medium that he will go to great lengths to proudly represent Sierra Leone in the 7th edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games which will be held in port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago from the 4th to 11th August 2023. To achieve this , Ibrahim goes to the Attouga Mini stadium day in and day out to gain full scale fitness, preparedness and zeal to  take on other athletes in the forthcoming Commonwealth Youth Games headlong. Ibrahim's rise to stardom began from Secondary school days, at the Saint Edwards Secondary school a few years ago. According to him, "at that time , I didn't have the passion to run and I never knew I could do it" he explained. As the 7th edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games draws nearer , Ibrahim Fast Koroma's target is to improve on his personal time and possibly set new records. "Running is all about timing"said Koroma who often competes in both 200 and 400 metres. His quest is to help Sierra Leone break the predicament in obtaining gold medals but he emphasized that they can only achieve that feat with better preparation.

The Sierra Leone Football Association has ended a fruitful engagement with senior officials from the West Africa Football Union(WAFU) Madame Fatou Ndong Assistant Secretary and Mohamed Jiddou Coordinator from the West Africa Football Union (WAFU) Zone-A, both of whom are in Sierra Leone for a three-day working visit. At the height of the fruitful deliberations, succinct pathways were mapped out in preparation for this year's under-20 Female Tournament to be contested in Bo and Kenema respectively. The tournament is expected to take place from Monday the 22nd May to Saturday the 3rd June, 2023. Sierra Leone as the country that hosted the First ever WAFU 'A' Women's Championship in 2020 for eight teams in both Bo and Makeni, is no stranger when it comes to such competitions and it is hoped that a repeat of such hosting, will occur.

Incumbent President Julius Maada Bio of the Sierra Leone People's party has completed his nomination at the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL) for the country's upcoming Presidential election in 2023, along with his running mate, Vice President Juldeh Jalloh. The nomination process marks the final stage of legitimizing candidates for the ballot, leading up to declaration of the campaign season, leading up to the presidential election. Speaking at the nomination ceremony, President Bio thanked his supporters while promising to continue working towards improving the country with plans of partisan inclusion, diversification of economy and limiting of inflation. President Bio, who came to power in 2018, has been credited with initiating numerous reforms, including tackling corruption and improving the economy. The president has also focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and infrastructural development. The incumbent President remains a popular figure within his political party and among his supporters. The nomination ceremony saw an electrifying atmosphere, with President Bio receiving rousing cheers from his supporters as he submitted his nomination documents and later at the Attouga mini stadium where he addressed assembled supporters. President Bio in recent past had maintained that his re-election will be easy, as his opponent had been defeated before by him. He was accompanied by First Lady Fatima Bio, Former Vice President Victor Foh, newly aligned Dr. Kandeh Yumkella of the National Grand Coalition and many other party bigwigs.

Drizilik’s Bad Padi official video Rapper Drizilik has released the official video for his hit song Bad padi, from his recent ashobi album. The video was released on independence day, four days ago and it is already at seven thousand on YouTube. The video which was directed by Ronita mainly depicts hood life with friends, emphasizing the narrative of layers of friendship. https://youtu.be/Z5tMkRs_j6M 2. Arkman’s Slowly video A video teaser was released over a year and the official video was released hours ago. A song itself is a feel good song, explicitly outlining bedroom antics and promising optimal satisfaction to a women. https://youtu.be/QThwenCFXjc 3. Waddah Heroboy's pepe mi heart video This video was released three days ago and is the visual for Waddah's first single since he signed on to FynFace's record label. It speaks of heartbreak and coping with it . https://youtu.be/HCdfU8cGRjs 4. Boss Laj ft Mello seven's gron get yai audio The mash up by rapper Laj and Mello Seven was released two day ago and is already shaping out to be a hit. It is an amapiano vibe celebrating a successful toasting leading to sex with a woman who has been playing hard to get. https://youtu.be/IHW90PjQRp0 5. Ceejay Mark's Hello video Released five days ago, it is a song appealing for a woman's acceptance and showing all the ways she will be treated when she accepts. MIxed with two local dialects, it gives it the originality that makes it relatable and its strong beats make it very enjoyable. https://youtu.be/i07WQCiXPXk

The Air force Volleyball team from Bo has defeated their main challenger Forcians Volleyball Club in a best of three games to win the Unity Volleyball Championship in Port Loko on Sunday 30th April , 2023. Head Coach of the  Forcians Volleyball male team Ansumana Bangura, has told this medium that his team has played well but they were not fortune enough to grab the championship against Air force. Bangura said his players , trained well for the championship and they did what was expected of them , but Air force prevented from reaching a huge milestone in the history of Volleyball in the Country. Air force Volleyball Club , made good account of themselves, as winning a final of such magnitude was daunting but they emerged as Champions due to hard work , dedication and team organization throughout the match. When asked about the next steps of Forcians , Bangura noted that the prospect of winning subsequent championship is imminent. From Bangura's optimism , it is very likely that they are on the verge of giving Volleyball of a lifeline of reaching new heights ahead of Important International Competitions. Meanwhile, team Air force will celebrate the triumph in days and weeks to come, possibly a tour around Bo City to amplify the greatness of winning a National Championship among the top sides in Volleyball.

Veteran broadcaster Hassan Arouni has told this medium that in a Matter of days he will be bidding goodbye to the BBC World Service after 30 years with the Corporation in London. Hassan who got into radio broadcasting in 1989 as a student in the University of Sierra Leone, revealed how he had a brief stint at the Public Service broadcaster at the time which was the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Service(SLBS), when they were looking for new voices and he had Auditioned. He went on to say that to his surprise, he was told that "You have the same voice as the First Director-General of the National Broadcaster at Independence who was John Akar." He recounted being in the SLBS studio for voice testing when one of the producers there , came with a recorded interview that John Akar had done , with the last Governor-General of Sierra Leone or one of the Governor-Generals and remembered how his hair standing on end because he thought he was listening to himself when he heard his voice , and stated that's how he got into radio broadcasting. Hassan who started out as a volunteer for the BBC in 1993 while doing his Masters in Journalism in the UK , had returned home to Sierra Leone to conduct some interviews and recordings around the time of the National Provisional Ruling Council (NPRC) coup that had happened in the Country at the time. This interview had started off his work with the corporation. His announcement is coming in the wake of the departure of his former Colleague Bola Mosuro who spent 31 years with the Corporation. Hassan Arouni who became a great voice on Radio, covered important events for the BBC's flagship programmes , Focus On Africa and Network Africa has decided to leave the BBC but he is also expected to do his last edition of Focus On Africa before bidding farewell to the Corporation. Hassan Arouni influenced a generation of broadcasters in Sierra Leone through the BBC Media Action , a platform that serves as a breeding ground for aspiring Media practitioners. For many , they will remember his distinct voice on the Radio presenting Focus On Africa , extraordinary skills in asking questions and as a trailblazer in the media landscape.

The All Peoples Congress (APC) Presidential candidate, Dr. Samura Kamara, and his running mate, Hon. Chernor Bah have today completed their nomination process at the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL). The nomination process legitimizes the candidature of the Presidential aspirant and running mate of the All People's congress party for the forthcoming Presidential and Parliamentary elections in Sierra Leone, which are scheduled to hold on 24th June 2023. Dr. Samura Kamara is a seasoned diplomat and a technocrat with a wealth of experience in government and public service. He previously served as Sierra Leone's minister of Finance and Economic Development and was credited with steering the economy on a path of sustained growth before the the flooding and mudslide disasters. Hon. Chernor Bah is an established politician with fifteen years service in the House of Parliament, rising up to the position of Sierra Leone's Deputy Speaker of Parliament and is credited with championing several youth-centered initiatives and policies during his tenure. The APC's nomination of Dr. Samura Kamara and Hon. Chernor Bah is seen as a strategic move that reflects the party's commitment to delivering on its promises of winning of the 2023 election. In his remarks during the nomination ceremony, Dr. Samura Kamara expressed his gratitude to the party and its supporters for their unwavering support and commitment to the APC's vision of a prosperous and inclusive Sierra Leone. He noted that the challenges facing Sierra Leone are numerous, but the APC is well-positioned to tackle them head-on and deliver on their promises. Hon. Chernor Bah also thanked the party and its supporters for their confidence in him and Dr. Samura Kamara. He emphasized that the APC's agenda for youth empowerment and job creation is a top priority for the party and that he would work tirelessly to ensure that it becomes a reality. The APC's nomination of Dr. Samura Kamara and Hon. Chernor Bah has been well received by the party's supporters, who see it as a strategic move that will help the party to consolidate its support base and win the forthcoming elections. Overall, the completion of the APC's nomination process marks a significant milestone in the party's campaign for the Presidency and Parliament positions in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leonean TikToker Boyzee Krish, has reached an impressive milestone of 2 million followers on his TikTok platform. The content creator who’s mainly a dancer started out by making parodies of Indian actor Hrithik Roshan, with his female counterpart JUlzee baby, real name Juliet Jimmy. Boyzee’s content ranges from dance videos and lip-syncing to comedy skits and challenges. Boyzee krish's humorous and energetic personality has attracted a growing audience, both locally and internationally, and he has become one of the most influential creators in Sierra Leone. With his recent path of doing videos of Sierra Leonean songs, he has swiftly grown from 1.5million in January to 2 million by April month’s end. He is now a paid promotion content creator along with other influential tiktokers in Sierra Leone. He has used his platform to highlight the cultural richness of his country and create awareness about social issues affecting his community. Reaching such a significant milestone is a testament to Boyzeekrish's hard work and dedication, and his followers eagerly await to see what entertaining content he will create next.

The Bank of Sierra Leone has activated the national payment switch, an electronic payment platform that allows individuals and businesses to quickly and securely transact among banks of Sierra Leone. The switch was activated on the 29th April 2023. The system which acts as an integrated one, allows the use of Automated Teller Machine cards among the different banks already linked, such as Ecobank, Guarantee Trust Bank, Rokel Commercial Bank, Sierra Leone Commercial bank, Union Trust Bank and United Bank of Africa. This payment switch is significant for the country as it provides a modern and efficient payment tool that will help facilitate enhanced economic activity and promote financial inclusion. This electronic payment system is built on the latest technologies and is designed to comply with the highest security standards. The implementation of the national payment switch is part of the Bank of Sierra Leone's commitment to promoting a cashless economy in the country. By reducing the reliance on cash, the bank hopes to minimize cash shortages, ease transactions and foster more trust in banking services, which will promote economic activity and financial stability. BSL seeks to provide a foundation for the development of innovative financial services and products that will help drive economic growth, encourage investments, and improve the livelihoods of the people. The national payment switch will be officially launched on Wednesday 3rd May, 2023 at the Bank’s complex.

Mohamed Gento Kamara, a businessman turned politician has completed his nomination process as the Sierra Leone People’s Party Mayoral candidate for the city of Freetown, Sierra Leone, in the June 24th 2023 elections. Kamara submitted his papers to the National Electoral Commission (NEC) on Friday 28th April, 2023, escorted by his wife and welcomed by well wishers. Gento was nominated by the leader of the Sierra Leone people’s party himself who happens to be the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Julius Maada Bio as a first step of the nomination, with the second step being the submission of documents. The nomination process requires candidates to submit a number of documents, including their nomination forms filled in and signed, as well as their party nomination, national identification documents and police clearance. After completing the nomination process, Kamara expressed his gratitude to his supporters and well-wishers. “I am humbled by the support I have received, and I promise to work hard to make Freetown a better place for all citizens,” he said. Kamara’s campaign aims to address some of the most pressing issues facing Freetown, such as poor infrastructure, sewage and garbage disposal, as well as unemployment, promising to attract more investment to these areas. There is a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation around Kamara’s candidacy, as many people view him as a genuine candidate who has an excellent track record in business and community work. His business ventures have created employment opportunities for many people in Freetown, and his philanthropic work has touched the lives of many Sierra Leoneans. As the date for the general elections approaches, it is becoming increasingly clear that Gento Kamara is a candidate to watch in the race for the mayoralty of Freetown. Gento Kamara also revealed Rev. Samuel Babatunde Thomas as his Deputy. Mr. Thomas is a krio and a christian, thereby evening out his ticket and appealing to the krio community, known as the largest voter base in Freetown.

The Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) has held its annual track and field Athletics Championship at  Havelock , kortright for the first time in thirteen years. IPAM's Inter-hall Athletics Championship saw the emergence of Esther B Bangura as the best female athlete , while Moi-Soko Kaisamba emerged as the best male Athlete. Beaming with Joy , over the return of Inter-Hall Athletics Meet at IPAM , Deputy Vice Chancellor Prof. Miriam Elizabeth Conteh-Morgan , described the moment as exciting and urge the students to celebrate a feat of Inter-Hall athletics fanfare in the history of the Country's leading business School IPAM after 13 years in the wilderness. The quest for winning was visibly demonstrated by the athletes who represented the four halls in the Institute. At the height of the Sport meet , the Deputy Registrar Munda JS Lebbie, expressed huge delight for the historic milestone covered and noted that the platform would serve as a gateway to earmark alhletes and set them off on to the future. Samuel Turay excelled himself in the 100M dash, to help  Edward Cooper Hall clinch the Championship title in. Samuel maintained that his participation that projected and dominated in the race was a normal feat for him. Nancy Nyallay, also of Edward Cooper Hall added that the competition is a turning point for the athlete's career. Nancy hopes to keep her glittery career intact to reach the International level by uplifting the Country's flag in the Olympic and Commonwealth Games. After the events , Edward Cooper Hall took first position on securing a total points of 232 , While May Parker Hall came second with 165 points , Nat Wellington came third and fourth Kwame Adjei to 140 and 124 points respectively. The Managing Director of Rokel Commercial bank Dr. Walton Gilpin  and Prof. Miriam Elizabeth Conteh-Morgan dished out the  trophies and certificates to deserving athletes.

The head Coach of the Sierra Leone Cricket Association Kenneth Masinga has disclosed that the full implementation of the International Cricket Council's Scorecard will monumentally enhance Sierra Leone's School Cricket development in the Country. Kenneth, made this disclosure during a rigourous training session with some of the Female players at the Prince of Wales School Cricket Oval. He maintained that positives from the scorecard are expected to be replicated once the stage is set for International Competition, as that is the surest way of transforming the game. The recent success of the Female team in Nigeria is not unconnected to the many strides the SLCA is making to reach major milestones in growing the game. The South African trainer also applauded the Cricket Sierra Leone and its many partners for their unwavering support to the Coaches, players and administrators alike as they pulled through tough times to proudly represent the Nation. As for the players they sounded super optimist , while gaining match requirements and improving their skills , techniques in bowling for subsequent Competitions. Many of the players also appreciated Kenneth Masinga and Sarah Johnson for the concerted effort they put in daily at the Prince of Wales School training centre. According to the SLCA Media, Cricket is in 117 Secondary schools around the country and that was the more reason why they want to target all 958 Secondary schools in the country by the close of 2023. As for Cricket Sierra Leone they now remain hopeful to take on other teams in both the South Africa and Rwanda qualifiers.